MINT PLANT (pudina)

                                                Mint plant belong to genus Mentha. In India it's also known as pudina

and pudinhara. This plant is popular for its distinct and refreshing aroma. Mint or pudinhara has been known as a medicinal plant from last so many centuries. Different parts of this plant played important roles in various treatments from a long time. The leaves are known to be extremely popular in skin treatment.
                                                                                     This plant is also known for its cooling property and which makes best for summers. It's also use in different kind of food articles in India i.e like pudina chutney. 


PROPERTIES :-

• It helps improving Skin Tone and Nourishes it naturally.  
• It Moisturizes skin.
• Gently reduces presence of Acne from our skin.
  
• It shows unbelievable results on Dry Skin and Rough Skin.
• It serves as a good Blood Cleanser because of its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. 
• It gives effective results on stomach pain
• It also helps in treating Hyper-acidity. 
• In large extent mint is used for Aromatherapy.
• It plays important role in treating mouth ulcers and toothache.
• Leaves of this plant helps to prevent hiccups. 

USE OF MINT PLANT IN DIFFERENT MASKS :-

1) FOR ACNE -

                     1/4th tbsp of mint (pudina) leaves paste
                     1/2 tbsp of orange juice
                     2 drops of almond oil
                     1 tbsp red lentil (masoor dal) powder
                     Rose water

• Mix all the above contents in a bowl.
• Add rose water accordingly to make a thin paste of it.
• Apply this mask evenly on your face.
• Leave it for 10 to 15 min 
• Rinse it with water.

2) FOR DARK SPOTS -

                     1/4th tbsp mint (pudina) leaves paste
                     2 drops lemon juice
                     2 drops almond oil
                     1 tbsp red lentil (masoor dal)
                     Rose water

• Take all the above ingredients in a bowl.
• Add rose water to make a thin paste.
• Mix it thoroughly.
• Apply this mask evenly on your face.
• Leave it for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Rinse it with water.

3) NATURAL MOISTURIZER - 

                       1 tbsp full of mint leaves paste
                       1/2 tbsp of honey

• Mix both of them thoroughly 
• Apply this mask evenly on your face and neck.
• Leave it for 20 minutes.
• Rinse it with water.
• It moisturize dry skin 

                 

JAMUN

                                         Jamun tree belongs to genus Syzygium and species Syzygium cumini. It is a

native of India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Indonesia and Philippines.  Its one of the greatest fruits ever. In past, this fruit was used for non diabetic disorders, but later it was discovered by ayurvedic scholars

that the seed of this fruit have anti-diabetic properties too. 
                                                        
                                          It is also known as jambu / jambhul / jambhula / jamboola , black palm etc. This tropical fruit has a unique taste, color and flavor. The fruit is acidic in nature, with a sweet taste. Because of its acidic nature one should have this fruit with salt. 


 PROPERTIES :- 

• Its a rich source of iron, vitamin B and C.
• Its shows best result on oily skin.
• It gives a great help in cleaning pores 
• High level of anti-oxidant is present in it. 
• It helps to prevent our skin damage and makes it smooth
• It helps reducing blemishes and makes skin clean.
• Jamun helps in healing wounds.
• Both seeds and leaves improve uterine function.
• It is specially used in treating diabetes.
• It treat digestive disorders including diarrhea.
• Due to its astringent property, its used for mouthwash and gargles
• Relives from bleeding gum problem
• The barks and leaves are used to control high blood pressure.
• It is thirst-retardant and blood-purifier. 

                                                         

USE OF JAMUN IN DIFFERENT MASKS :-

1) FOR OILY SKIN -

              

              






                                        1/4 th tbsp jamun fruit paste
                    1/4 th tbsp indian gooseberry (amla) juice
                    1 tbsp barley (jau) flour
                    Rose water

• Add all the above ingredients in a bowl
• Mix rose water to make a thin paste of it
• Apply this mask evenly on your face
• Leave it for 15 min 
• Rinse it with water 

2) FOR ACNE -

                     1/4 th tbsp jamun seed powder
                     1/4 th tbsp orange powder
                     2 drops almond oil
                     1 tbsp red lentil (masoor dal) powder
                     Rose water

• Add all the above ingredients in a bowl
• Mix rose water to make a thin paste of it
• Apply this mask evenly on your face
• Leave it for 15 min 
• Rinse it with water 

3) FOR FAIRNESS -

  1/4 th tbsp jamun seed powder
  1/4 th tbsp sweet lime juice
  1/4 th tbsp liquorice (mulethi) powder
  2 drops almond oil
  1 tbsp red lentil (masoor dal) powder
  Rose water

• Add all the above ingredients in a bowl
• Mix rose water to make a thin paste of it
• Apply this mask evenly on your face
• Leave it for 15 min 
• Rinse it with water 

4) FOR DARK SPOT -

                      1/4 th tbsp jamun seed powder
                      1/4 th tbsp indian gooseberry (amla) powder
                      2 drops almond oil
                      Pinch of lemon powder
                      1 tbsp gram flour (besan)
                      Rose water

• Add all the above ingredients in a bowl
• Mix rose water to make a thin paste of it
• Apply this mask evenly on your face
• Leave it for 15 min 
• Rinse it with water